Ponsonby Physiotherapy
45 Mackelvie Street, Ponsonby, Auckland
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Ms Emma Mundell
Physiotherapist
Physiotherapist Emma holds a Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy from Auckland University of Technology. After graduating Emma furthered her education by gaining a post graduate certificate in Western Acupuncture. She has also completed her APPI level 1 in Mat Pilates, Teaching Tai Chi for arthritis by Dr. Paul Lam, Fundamentals of Dry Needling, Myofascial release and a variety of seminars for various conditions and developments. Emma is passionate about you and takes a thorough client-centred approach to treatment and rehabilitation, aiming for better than before! Emma tailors treatment to your goals and lifestyle, understanding that life doesn’t stop. She also believes in education and the importance of both physio and client education, applying a research based tailored approach to your treatment and rehabilitation. What’s the best thing about being a physio? “Relieving someone of their pain and assisting their return to their life and activities is incredibly rewarding. I love empowering clients to return to the activities they love, setting them up to succeed and have the confidence to live their full life without restrictions.” Hobbies & Interests: Emma loves being active and getting out there whatever it is. She loves running, Pilates and hiking, but is also up for a boulder session, swim or almost any other activity. She also loves sitting back with an audio book, a G&T and her crochet. And she will 100% ask you about your dog. Further Qualifications: Post Graduate Certificate in Western Acupuncture, APPI Level 1 in Mat Pilates, Teaching Tai Chi for Arthritis by Dr. Paul Lam, Fundamentals of Dry Needling, Certificate in Myofascial Release. View details »
Mrs Toni Strong
Physiotherapist
I have been part of Ponsonby Physio for some time now, starting here when I was still competing in cycling and now as a business owner. It has been a joy to see how the clinic has evolved over this time and continues to provide quality physio care to our wonderful community. Taking a holistic overview to health and wellbeing underpins Toni’s approach to helping her patients. Toni studied at Otago University and has completed post-graduate studies in acupuncture and sports medicine. Toni continues to have an interest in cycling and running. She has undergone training in Physio bike set-ups and offers this service at the clinic. Toni also has a passion for movement and exercise teaching classes at the clinic both in Reformer Pilates and Cancer rehab (PINC cancer Physio trained). As with most physios, Toni is curious about what’s happening in physiotherapy and has developed special interest in hips, women’s health and tendons and aging well. She uses a combination of a hands-on approach to treatment using acupuncture, manual therapy, tissue work while also incorporating exercise therapy to help return patient to their activities. “Exercise is medicine” is something that really resonates with me. What’s the best thing about being a Physio? “Helping and empowering people to get through their injuries or pain problems, being able to encourage them to be as active as they can and helping them reach their goals, however big or small they are.” Hobbies & Interests: Toni has a special interest in cycling injuries, bike set-ups/technique and coaching tips. As well as running injuries and helping to prevent injuries through biomechanical assessments and running technique. Further Qualifications: Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine, Trish Wisbey-Roth Bike & Running Assessment, Athlete Life Coaching and courses in Strength and Conditioning. Pinc Cancer Rehabilitation Therapist, APPI Pilates Mat Work Level 1&2, Pre and Post-Natal. PAANZ Introductory Dry Needling & Acupuncture. View details »
Mrs Moira Dickson